Tracy Morgan smiled and waved at photographers during one of his first public appearances since surviving a deadly car accident in New Jersey last month.

“I’m okay,” said the actor and comedian, 45. “I love you very much. Thank you. I appreciate everything.”

The 30 Rock star was seriously injured when his limo bus was struck by a Wal-Mart truck on the New Jersey Turnpike on June 7. Morgan suffered severe injuries, including several broken ribs, a broken nose, and a broken femur.

Morgan’s friend, comedy writer James McNair, died in the accident, and Morgan’s assistant Jeffrey Millea, as well as comedians Ardie Fuqua and Harris Stanton, were injured in the crash.

Morgan spent several weeks recovering in the hospital, and was recently released to continue to rehabilitate at home.

“He asked me to pass along his sincerest gratitude to everyone who has helped him get to this point,” his representative told Entertainment Tonight, who said he is undergoing an “aggressive outpatient program.”

The driver of the Wal-Mart truck that hit Morgan’s car, Kevin Roper, had allegedly fallen asleep at the wheel after driving 24 hours without sleeping. He has pled not guilty to all charges brought against him, which include assault and vehicular homicide.

Morgan is suing Wal-Mart for negligence, saying Roper should have been required to take a rest break prior to starting his long shift.